Reproductions: Men's Costumes 1835 - 1855

By the turn of the 19th century, the dresscoat was the coat of choice for every day use. The coat fronts were sharply cut away from just below the waist, with the back finished in a single pleat each side of the center back vent. The garment lacked any sense of shapeliness until a waist seam and button-stand were introduced in the 1820's, giving the tailor more seams with which to work.

The waistcoat was made short and square in appearance with wide, rectangular welt pockets and a high stand collar. By 1810 the length gradually increased and more shape was given at the side seams while the 'boat pockets' and stand-up collar became less substantial in width. Wool, cotton and silk with patterns and stripes (stripes running horizontal rather than vertical were popular), were found in the early part of the century, with later waistcoats in solid shades embellished with elaborate embroidery. Narrow fall-front breeches were worn in the early part of the 19th century but gradually gave way to the longer pantaloons and trousers. Cotton and linen in twill and satin weaves were used for summer, while the heavier woollens in darker shades in plain, checks or stripes were reserved for winter.

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"...the collar and lapel fall back on the shoulder; the sleeve small all the way down, and very small at the hand, the cuff is about 2 1/2" wide. The trousers are made of half-milled kerseymere; they are made very tight all the way down, except below the calf."

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Double Breasted Frock Coat
1835 - 1855

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Gentlemen's daywear. This garment reflects the silhouette typical to the period with padded chest, close fitting waist and full skirt. 3 button Frockcoat with button stand, 2 cut buttonholes in lapel, pockets in skirt and functional buttoned cuff. Hand worked buttonholes and hand stitched detailing.
Made of 100% superfine wool, fully lined in cotton sateen. In navy only.

FR401

Single Breasted Frock Coat
1835 - 1855

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5 button coat with pockets in skirt and tails, functional cuff. This is an ideal garment for summer wear being made in 100 % off-white linen. The front and skirt are lined in the same fabric.
Also available in wool with cotton sateen lining.

SB402 Linen

SB402a Wool

Shawl Collar Waistcoat
1835 - 1855

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This is an elegant waistcoat with its adjustable shawl collar (tie at back) and boat welt pockets. Hand worked buttonholes and hand stitched pocket and front edges. The back is djustable with back ties. An inserted chest pad gives fullness to the chest.
Available in patterned cottons and satins in a variety of shades.

SB403

Stocks
1835 - 1855

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Two styles of stocks. Adjustable back strap and buckle. Made up in silk or satin, in black, off-white. Other shades available upon request.
Please provide neck size.

Acc040 Plain Stock

Acc040a Stock with Bow

Square-Cut Shirt

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Loose fitting, square cut shirt with gathered sleeve and cuff. In 100% fine linen.
Sizes SML

SH407

Machine Stitched

Hand Stitched

Fly Front Trousers
1835 - 1855

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Button fly with side pockets and back strap with buckle. Worn with suspenders(not included). Made in 100% superfine wool or 100% linen.
Black, navy or tan in wool. Off white linen.

TR404

Broad Fall-Front Trousers
1825 - 1840

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Fall-front trousers with two inside welt pockets in bearer and back strap with buckle. Worn with suspenders (not included).
In woolens and corduroy.

TR407